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Dobbins, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Dobbins is a small town in California with a population of 511. Residents earn $51,827 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
511 Population 66/sq mi density
$51,827 Median Income $32,185 per capita
$411,100 Home Value $371,906 Zillow
59°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$51,827 median income, 0.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$411,100 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,827
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $411,100
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.3%
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

How Dobbins Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population511
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density66/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans15.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,827
Per Capita$32,185
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$4,508M
Commute36 min

Housing

C
Home Value$411,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$371,906
Housing Units310
Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity31.2%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking15.6%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,746 ft (532 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.3%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+19.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute36 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Dobbins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dobbins receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Dobbins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dobbins is $51,827, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dobbins is $411,100, 46% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dobbins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Dobbins has a population of 511 with a density of 66 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%).

Population

511
Total Population
66
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dobbins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dobbins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dobbins is $51,827, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Dobbins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,827
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,185
Avg Weekly Wage$1,287
IRS Avg AGI$62,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,146
County GDP$4,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare86
Retail134
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Dobbins is $411,100, 46% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $371,906.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$411,100
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$371,906

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.5%
Housing Units310
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Effective Rate1.15%
In Dobbins, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dobbins vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.1%
Dental Visits60.5%
Premature Death9,988/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities86
Dobbins has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,746 ft (532 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates39.3566°N, 121.2104°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.3%
4% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+19.6%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density66/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants95
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home12.3%

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